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Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Delicious Hawaiian Macaroni Salad for a Taste of Paradise

A refreshing and creamy Hawaiian Macaroni Salad that's perfect for gatherings and customizable for dietary needs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni or small shell pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise vegan mayonnaise for an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar apple cider vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1 cup carrots finely shredded
  • 1 small onion finely diced, yellow or green
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sugar optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the macaroni by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the macaroni cools, finely shred the carrots and dice the onions.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and rice vinegar until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the cooled macaroni with the carrots and onions. Pour in the dressing and stir to combine.
  5. Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  6. Serve the Hawaiian Macaroni Salad garnished with fresh herbs or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the salad overnight enhances flavor. Avoid overcooking macaroni for the best texture.

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